On Fig. 4.1, place a circle around the alcohol functional group.
Deduce the molecular formula of compound A.
Use Table 4.1 to complete the calculation of the relative molecular mass of $\text{C}_8\text{H}_{14}\text{O}_5$.
Complete the word equation for ethanol’s complete combustion. ethanol + oxygen → .............. + ..............
Identify the homologous series that contains ethene, propene, butene and pentene.
Deduce the general formula for this homologous series.
State the trend in the boiling point of this homologous series as the number of carbon atoms rises.
Describe the manufacture of ethene by cracking.
Give a reason for cracking hydrocarbons.